IPL 2020: Kings XI Punjab vs Kolkata Knight Riders fantasy 11 predictions: Top Dream11 picks for KXIP vs KKR

KL Rahul’s Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) will take on Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in match 24 of the 13th edition of Indian Premier League (IPL). KXIP-KKR clash will be the first game of the double-header hosted on October 10. The game will take place at Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi from 3:30 PM (IST) onwards. Let’s look at our fantasy 11 predictions for this clash and here are top picks for KXIP vs KKR.

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Kings XI Punjab (KXIP)

Kings XI Punjab has had a forgettable season so far in this tournament as they occupy the last spot in the Points Table. They have managed to register just a solitary victory in six games thus far. KXIP’s lost their previous encounter against Sunrisers Hyderabad comprehensively by 69 runs.

Even after playing six matches, KL Rahul and co. failed to play a settled XI in IPL 2020. For instance, they have tried players like the skipper himself, Nicholas Pooran and Simran Singh for the wicket-keeper’s spot. But the inclusion of Chris Gayle will add a bit depth to their side, and as a result, they will continue making changes.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)

On the other hand, Dinesh Karthik-led Kolkata Knight Riders comfortably sit at the fourth spot in the Points Table. With three wins in five clashes, KKR managed to secure six points. But Kolata also has plenty of issues in front of them before they lock horns against the Punjab-based franchise.

One of the biggest concerns for them to address is the batting order as most of them play with an unsettled batting position. Eoin Morgan needs to bat higher, and Rahul Tripathi’s ‘Man of the Match’ performance will give them a boost in this game. 

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Ideal Playing XIs

Kings XI Punjab Playing XI

• KL Rahul (c)
• Chris Gayle
• Mayank Agarwal
• Nicholas Pooran
• Mandeep Singh
• Simran Singh (wk)
• Mujeeb Ur Rahman
• Chris Jordan/Sheldon Cottrell
• Ravi Bishnoi
• Arshdeep Singh
• Mohammed Shami

Kolkata Knight Riders Playing XI

• Rahul Tripathi
• Shubman Gill
• Nitish Rana
• Dinesh Karthik (c & wk)
• Eoin Morgan
• Andre Russell
• Sunil Narine
• Pat Cummins
• Kamlesh Nagarkoti
• Shivam Mavi
• Varun Chakravarthy

Key Players

Kings XI Punjab: KL Rahul, Nicholas Pooran, Ravi Bishnoi

Kolkata Knight Riders: Rahul Tripathi, Eoin Morgan, Sunil Narine

Top picks for Dream11 Fantasy Captain

Here are our three picks for probable Dream11 Fantasy captain for KXIP vs KKR:

• Nicholas Pooran
• KL Rahul
• Andre Russell

Top picks for Dream11 Fantasy Vice-Captain

Here are our three picks for probable Dream11 Fantasy vice-captain for KXIP vs KKR:

• Nicholas Pooran
• Rahul Tripathi
• Shubman Gill

Dream11 Fantasy Team 1

Wicket-keepers:

• KL Rahul
• Nicholas Pooran (c)

Batsmen:

• Eoin Morgan (vc)
• Rahul Tripathi
• Shubman Gill
• Mayank Agarwal

All-rounders:

• Sunil Narine

Bowlers:

• Pat Cummins
• Shivam Mavi
• Mujeeb Ur Rahman
• Ravi Bishnoi

Dream11 Fantasy Team 2

Wicket-keepers:

• KL Rahul (c)
• Nicholas Pooran
• Dinesh Karthik

Batsmen:

• Nitish Rana
• Rahul Tripathi (vc)
• Chris Gayle
• Mayank Agarwal

All-rounders:

• Andre Russell

Bowlers:

• Kamlesh Nagarkoti
• Mohammed Shami
• Varun Chakravarthy

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